G2G On-Metal tags
RFID tags use a thin metal antenna that is easily interrupted by metal. To successfully tag equipment where the best or only available surfaces are metal you’ll need to use insulated RFID tags.
Use case | Ideal for metallic equipment, these tags provide excellent readability and are easy to see. |
Asset usage | Drills, metal pipes, |
Read range | 5-10m + |
Pro’s | Works on metal surfaces |
Con’s |
G2G Non-Metal tags
To tag equipment that suitable surfaces available that are made of plastic, wood, fibreglass or other non-metal materials, you can use non insulated tags like these:
Small Non-metal
Use case | Ideal for small surface areas. |
Read range | 5-10m + |
Pro’s | Fits most equipment |
Con’s | Shorter read range than large tags |
Large Non-metal
Use case | Ideal for equipment with larger surface areas to affix tags, these tags provide excellent readability and are easy to see. |
Read range | 10m - 20m |
Pro’s | Long read range.
Easy to see on equipment. |
Con’s | Doesn’t fit all equipment.
Doesn’t adhere well to some surfaces, like canvas, but can be overlaid with tape to hold in place. |
